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The Heffernan Lab in the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University is seeking a post-doctoral associate to conduct an integrated assessment of local and regional-scale consequences of urbanization. This position is support by an NSF Macrosystems award whose goals are 1) to evaluate the effects of varied land management practices on the ecological structure and function of lawns and other urban green spaces; 2) to assess the factors that influence the adoption of these practices at the household scale; and 3) to evaluate whether, how, and for what ecological functions parcel-scale management has the potential to mitigate the landscape- and regional-scale consequences of urban land use change.

The primary responsibilities of the post-doctoral associate will be to conduct the regional-scale analyses and to oversee field studies in Miami, FL. The position will allow a large amount of autonomy in aligning the project's broad goals with the interests of the successful applicant. Minimum qualifications are a PhD in urban ecology, geography, earth science, or related field; and experience with GIS. Preferred qualifications include expertise in any of the following: insect, bird, or plant taxonomy; ecohydrology and biog eochemistry; habitat connectivity; scenario-building. Ability to speak Spanish is preferred but not required.
Preferred start date is October 1, 2017 with some flexibility. Initial appointment is for one year; second year is contingent upon funding and performance. Salary will depend on experience and reflect NIH-recommended payrates (https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-16-131.html ). Duke offers benefits to post-doctoral associates (see: https://postdoc.duke.edu/policies-and-forms ).

The Nicholas School of the Environment strives for a new paradigm that views and attempts to understand the earth and the environment, including humans, as an integrated whole. Its mission is to create knowledge and global leaders of consequence for a sustainable future. As a result, it seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer students varied perspectives, ways of knowing, and approaches to learning.

To apply, submit cover letter (including statement of interest and qualifications), Curriculum Vitae, and copies of up to 3 manuscripts to http://… For questions regarding this position, contact james.heffernan@duke.edu . Review of applications will begin August 1 and will continue until the position is filled.